Marjoram (Origanum majorana, Lamiaceae) is a somewhat cold-sensitive perennial herb or undershrub with sweet pine and citrus flavours. It is also called Sweet Marjoram, Knotted Marjoram or Majorana hortensis. The name marjoram (Old French majorane, Medieval Latin majorana) doesn't directly derive from the Latin word maior (major). Marjoram is indigenous to the Mediterranean area and was known to the Greeks and Romans as a symbol of happiness. Marjoram is cultivated for its aromatic leaves, eith… (More on Marjoram)